The Club are delighted to announce the first professional contracts of young academy talents Keon Sanniola and Will Merrett.

The pair were part of the group during pre-season and featured in and around the first-team squads.

Sanniola already has first-team experience having made his debut as a 17-year-old against Cambridge United on the final day of the League One season in May 2023.

Merrett is yet to make his senior debut but both featured against Melksham Town and Shortwood United during the 2024-25 pre-season schedule.

Both have progressed through the academy system here at Forest Green and we're excited to offer them their first professional deals.

Keon Sanniola First Word Interview

Will Merrett First Word Interview